Catalog Number
ACM146189142
Product Name
Polyquaternium-8
Description
Copolymer of methyl and stearyl dimethylaminoethyl ester of methacrylic acid, quaternized with dimethylsulphate
Synonyms
2-Propenoic acid, 2-methyl-, 2-(dimethylamino)ethyl ester, polymer with methyl 2-methyl-2-propenoate and octadecyl 2-methyl-2-propenoate, compd. with dimethyl sulphate;
Solubility
Slightly soluble in water to soluble in water.
Appearance
Colorless to pale yellow liquid; or solid.
Application
Functions of this ingredient in cosmetics:
1. Antistatic, reducing static charges (e.g. hair)
2. Film formation, forming a continuous film on the skin, hair and/or nails
3. Appears in cosmetics, nail care products, hair care products
